Follow-up Activities

Extending the impact beyond the mobility

Following the completion of the youth mobility, all participating teams carried out a series of dissemination activities at local level, with the aim of extending the impact of the project beyond the initial group of participants.

These activities were designed to share the knowledge, experiences, and key learning outcomes related to sustainable consumption, green entrepreneurship, and the impact of fast fashion, while also encouraging active engagement among young people in their respective communities.

Overall, the dissemination activities contributed to reaching a wider audience, strengthening the project’s long-term impact, and supporting the development of a more informed, responsible, and engaged generation of young people.

The following sections present the dissemination results implemented by each national team.

Romania

The Romanian team implemented several dissemination activities in Cluj-Napoca, Iași, and Bucharest, combining educational sessions with practical initiatives.

The activities contributed to raising awareness on sustainable fashion, promoting responsible consumption, and encouraging active youth engagement at local level.

Educational Events

Cluj-Napoca
A dissemination event at Babeș-Bolyai University involved 8 young participants (18–25). The session focused on presenting project results, sharing learning outcomes, and promoting Erasmus+ opportunities.

Iași
A second event at the Faculty of Economics and Business Administration gathered 11 participants. The activity introduced the project’s objectives, key results, and Erasmus+ opportunities related to youth mobility and non-formal education.

Practical Activity

Clothes Swap – Bucharest
A Clothes Swap event brought together around 80 participants, encouraging clothing reuse and raising awareness about the impact of fast fashion.

The activity was organized in partnership with AHA Center and supported by five Romanian associations, creating an interactive and inclusive environment.

Bulgaria

Following the mobility, the Bulgarian team actively implemented dissemination activities both offline and online, reaching a diverse audience of young people, youth workers, and representatives of other organizations.

A first online session was conducted via Zoom, gathering 11 participants selected based on their interest in sustainability and responsible consumption. The discussion focused on practical ways to reduce fast fashion consumption and promote eco-friendly habits in everyday life.

Additionally, a larger-scale presentation took place at the International Youth Centre in Pernik, allowing for broader participation compared to a school setting. The event gathered approximately 50 participants, including youth workers, volunteers, representatives of various youth organizations, and young people with different levels of engagement.

The session generated strong interest, particularly regarding:

the impact of fast fashion
the activities implemented during the exchange
practical takeaways for local communities

Participants from other organizations showed high engagement, taking notes and expressing interest in transferring the knowledge further within their own networks.

A second online dissemination activity was organized by a Bulgarian participant, involving 13 young people from Plovdiv (aged 18–25). The session included interactive discussions and debates on sustainability, highlighting how conscious fashion choices can contribute to positive environmental impact.

Overall, the dissemination activities in Bulgaria reached over 70 young people and stakeholders, fostering awareness, curiosity, and motivation to adopt more sustainable behaviors.

Greece

The Greek team implemented an online dissemination workshop aimed at raising awareness on sustainable fashion and responsible consumption among young people.

The workshop gathered 24 participants, aged between 19 and 25, based in Athens. The session was designed as an interactive learning experience, combining discussions and participatory activities that encouraged active engagement.

During the workshop, participants explored:

the environmental and social impact of the fashion industry
the concept of responsible consumption
practical ways to adopt more ethical and sustainable lifestyle choices

The interactive format allowed participants to reflect on their own habits and exchange perspectives, fostering critical thinking and awareness.

In addition to the core thematic content, the session also served as an opportunity to promote the Erasmus+ programme, emphasizing its role in supporting young people through international mobility, non-formal learning, and active participation in youth initiatives.

Overall, the activity contributed to increasing awareness and engagement among young people, while reinforcing the project’s objectives at local level.

Italy

The Italian team organized an online dissemination event dedicated to presenting the Fashion FuturE+ project and promoting the Erasmus+ programme. The activity gathered 20 young participants and aimed to share the project’s objectives, implemented activities, and key results, while raising awareness on sustainable fashion and responsible consumption.

During the session, participants were introduced to the main goals and outcomes of the project, the relevance of sustainable fashion for young people and the importance of responsible consumption and social responsibility

The event provided an accessible and interactive environment where participants could engage with the project’s content, exchange perspectives, and reflect on the themes discussed. In addition, the dissemination activity contributed to promoting the Erasmus+ programme, highlighting the opportunities it offers in terms of youth mobility, international cooperation, and non-formal learning.

Overall, the event supported the transfer of knowledge at local level and encouraged young people to explore further opportunities for personal and professional development within a European context.

Poland

Following the mobility, the Polish team implemented a series of local dissemination events in partnership with the Art High School in Kalisz, in cooperation with Jagoda Glapa and Gabriela Michalak. The activities involved a total of 24 participants and focused on promoting sustainable fashion, responsible consumption, and the Erasmus+ programme.

The events aimed to:

raise awareness about the environmental challenges associated with the fashion industry
encourage more ethical and sustainable consumer choices among young people
create a space for creative engagement with the topic

Thanks to the artistic and educational dimension of the partnership, participants were able to explore the subject in an interactive and meaningful way, combining learning with creative expression. The events contributed to promoting the Erasmus+ programme, highlighting its role in supporting youth mobility, intercultural exchange, and non-formal learning opportunities that foster personal development and active citizenship. Overall, the dissemination activities in Poland supported awareness-raising at local level while encouraging young people to engage more actively with sustainability-related topics.

Spain

The Spanish team implemented a dissemination activity at the University of Murcia.

An informative session was held with second-year students from the Social Education degree, gathering a total of 42 participants. The presentation focused on Erasmus+ opportunities and the participant’s experience within the Fashion FuturE+ project in Vatra Dornei.

During the session, participants were introduced to:

the project’s theme and relevance
the activities implemented during the exchange
a personal perspective on the learning experience

The event created an open and engaging environment, generating positive feedback and interest among participants.

Overall Impact of Follow-up Activities

The dissemination activities implemented across all partner countries successfully extended the reach and impact of the project beyond the initial group of participants.

Through a combination of online and offline events, including workshops, presentations, discussions, and practical initiatives such as clothes swap activities, the project engaged a significant number of young people, youth workers, and representatives of local organizations.

These activities contributed to:

increasing awareness of the environmental and social impact of fast fashion
promoting sustainable consumption habits among young people
encouraging active participation and pro-active attitudes within local communities
strengthening understanding of Erasmus+ opportunities and European cooperation

By acting as multipliers, participants played a key role in transferring knowledge, inspiring behavioral change, and fostering a sense of belonging to a shared European space focused on sustainability and cultural awareness.

Overall, the dissemination phase reinforced the project’s long-term impact, supporting the development of a more informed, responsible, and engaged generation of young people.

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